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Oflozen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Oflozen has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Oflozen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflozen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflozen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Oflozen has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Oflozen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oflozen related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oflozen since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oflozen are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Oflozen may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oflozen is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Oflozen is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Oflozen safe for pregnant women?
Oflozen can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Oflozen right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Oflozen safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oflozen. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oflozen on the Kidneys?
Oflozen rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflozen on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflozen on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Oflozen on the Heart?
Side effects of Oflozen rarely affect the heart.
Oflozen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflozen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflozen habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Oflozen is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflozen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Oflozen should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Oflozen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflozen
Taking Oflozen with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflozen
Taking alcohol with Oflozen can be dangerous.
Yes Oflozen is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Do not take Oflozen along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflozen with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Discontinuing Oflozen on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Oflozen is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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